The National Hifzul Quran and Sirat Competition, along with the National Conference of Trained Imams, is being held today (Sunday) at Osmani Memorial Auditorium in Dhaka.
Advisor to the Ministry of Religious Affairs Dr. AFM Khalid Hossain is attending as chief guest, with Religious Affairs Secretary AKM Aftab Hossain Pramanik as special guest, and Islamic Foundation Director General Salam Khan presiding over the event.
According to the Islamic Foundation, the conference aims to promote Islamic education, culture, and values, encourage Quran memorization and Sirat practice, and develop imam leadership nationwide.
Winners of the national Hifzul Quran and Sirat competitions will receive cash prizes, crests, and certificates, with first prizes of Tk 2 lakh for Quran memorization and Tk 50,000 for Sirat. Awards will also be given to the three best imams at the national level, 24 at the divisional level, 192 at the district level, and 64 best farmer imams. The Islamic Foundation has completed all preparations to conduct the event smoothly.
